Health and fitness

From healthy fresh produce to nature-based activities to keep you fit, you’ll find that Tropical North Queensland is the perfect place to have an active holiday.

Participation Spots

Join the Great Barrier Reef Marathon or the Cairns Airport Adventure Festival to put your endurance to the test. Check out these other endurance sport activities and start training now.

Hiking and Walking Trails

With the Daintree Rainforest and lots of National Parks, including tropical islands, you’re bound to find a walking trail you’ll enjoy. Whether is a short return walk or an all-day hike, you’ll be able to stretch your legs through picturesque backdrops.

Golf

Take a swing at some of the top-rated courses that have hosted the world’s best golfers. Head to Paradise Palms or try the championship course at Mirage Country Club in Port Douglas.

Keeping active in Cairns

From free Zumba classes on the Cairns esplanade to water-aerobics in the Cairns Lagoon, you’ll find lots of ways to fuel up and keep active on your holiday in Tropical North Queensland. And when you need to unwind and relax, get a massage at the local markets or book into a day spa and treat yourself.

Dive or Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef with the experts! With more than 30 years experience, a choice of 16 outer reef locations, modern comfortable vessels, and a friendly professional team to look after you, you are in for an exceptional Great Barrier Reef adventure with Tusa Dive.

Ocean Freedom is one of 2 most personal Great Barrier Reef Tours operated by the passionate Cairns Premier Reef and Island Tours' team. Experience 6 hrs of un-rushed activities at two very unique and different Great Barrier Reef sites.

Raging Thunder Adventures is one of the largest adventure companies in Australia. They have a reputation for excellence and have established themselves as a World Leader in Adventure Tourism.
For a truly memorable experience, try a balloon flight at dawn over the Atherton Tablelands.

Tropical North Queensland is renowned for Reef and Rainforest and the most exciting and fun way to discover this pristine rainforest is white water rafting.
RnR White Water Rafting, based in Cairns, is renowned as Australia's white water rafting specialists, with over 20 years experience in Tropical North Queensland.

AJ Hackett the originators of Bungy since 1986 invite you to come and experience the world's most amazing adventure playground nestled in the World Heritage listed Rainforest overlooking the Great Barrier Reef.

"Ocean Free" is one of two personal Great Barrier Reef tours located in Cairns offered by the Cairns Premier Reef and Island Tours' team. Operating for over 22 years owners Perry and Taryn have found the right balance of care, fun and relaxation while ensuring safety and professionalism on their tours.

Uplift Watersports is a locally owned and operated tour operator offering Parasailing and Jet Skiing trips out on the Port Douglas waters.
The fun, amiable and professional team at Uplift Watersports provide the very best in customer service to ensure an amazing experience on the water, whether you choose Parasailing or Jet Skiing:

Davies Creek Mountain Bike Park is a network of flowing trails winding along the shadowed slopes of the Lamb Range. This park includes lengths and grades suitable for all riders to navigate granite outcrops, cross clear streams and traverse forests of bloodwoods, stringybarks, she-oaks, cycads and grass trees.

Cairns Wake Park offers a unique watersport experience for young and old. A man made freshwater lake offers wakeboarding, kneeboarding, and waterskiing for beginners through to advanced riders. An open view terrace with chairs and tables, and a kiosk where you can purchase food, soft drinks or even a beer, invite you to relax and let the day go by.